Whitley Lodge First School
113%
Capacity
259
Pupils
2.5x
Demand
About Whitley Lodge First School
Whitley Lodge First School is a state-funded Does not apply primary school serving the North Tyneside community, welcoming children from age 3 to 9. The school has 259 pupils on roll and is near full capacity (113% of 230 places). Nursery provision is also available on site.
Ofsted has rated Whitley Lodge First School "Good", the school is led by headteacher Jennifer Palmer, it falls under North Tyneside local authority.
Whitley Lodge First School is a popular choice with families — it received 90 applications for 36 places, making it 2.5x oversubscribed. Of these, 35 were first-preference applications.
For children with special educational needs, the school offers support across 4 areas, including Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), Speech, Language & Communication, Autistic Spectrum Disorder and 1 more. Parents should contact the school's SENCO for specific details about provision.
On-site facilities at Whitley Lodge First School include Library, Playing Fields, Sports Hall, ICT Suite, Music Rooms, Art Studios, Dining Hall, Sensory Room, Chapel.
Beyond the classroom, pupils can take part in sports such as Athletics, Cross Country, Dance, Netball and 2 more, as well as clubs including Choir, Book Club, Science Club.
The proportion of pupils eligible for free school meals is 8.5%, which is well below the national average for primary schools in England.
For families exploring primary schools in North Tyneside, Whitley Lodge First School is one of the options available in the North East region. Use Classpot to compare it side-by-side with nearby alternatives and find the best fit for your child.
Key Details
| School Type | Primary (State) |
| Age Range | 3 to 9 years |
| Gender | Mixed |
| Religious Character | Does not apply |
| Address | Woodburn Drive, Whitley Bay, North Tyneside, NE26 3HW |
| Headteacher | Jennifer Palmer |
| Local Authority | North Tyneside |
| Number of Pupils | 259 |
| Free School Meals (FSM) | 8.5% |
| School Capacity | 259 / 230 (113% full) |
| Nursery Classes | Yes |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
15 Jun 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (15 Jun 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 20 Jul 2012. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
SEND Support
Resourced ProvisionSource: Department for Education, 2024/25. Support availability based on current student population.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
9Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Admissions
2025/26Oversubscribed36
90
Good Demand
Popular school with more applications than places
35 families put this school as their 1st choice (39% of all applications)
Source: Department for Education, 2025/26. Data reflects national offer day applications and offers.
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Contact Information
Woodburn Drive, Whitley Bay
North Tyneside, NE26 3HW
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